1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2001 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1970 Lamborghini Urraco 2001 Smart ForFour
Make Lamborghini Smart
Model Urraco ForFour
Year Released 1970 2001
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 53.1 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 239 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2510 mm


 

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